Title TN, Transportation Code

Sec. 647.009. LIMITATION ON OPERATION OF MOTOR VEHICLE. (a) Except in an emergency, a person assigned to operate a motor vehicle transporting migrant workers may not allow another person to operate the motor vehicle without the carrier's authorization. (b) A person may not operat…

Sec. 647.010. REQUIRED STOP AT RAILROAD CROSSING. (a) An operator transporting migrant agricultural workers who approaches a railroad grade crossing: (1) shall stop the motor vehicle not less than 15 feet or more than 50 feet from the nearest rail of the crossing; and (2) may pro…

Sec. 647.011. FUEL RESTRICTIONS. (a) An operator or carrier employee fueling a motor vehicle used to transport migrant agricultural workers may not: (1) fuel the motor vehicle while the engine is running unless running the engine is required to fuel the vehicle; (2) smoke or expo…

Sec. 647.012. REQUIRED VEHICLE EQUIPMENT; USE OF REQUIRED EQUIPMENT. (a) A motor vehicle used to transport migrant agricultural workers must be equipped with: (1) at least one properly mounted fire extinguisher; (2) road warning devices, including at least one red-burning fusee a…

Sec. 647.013. PASSENGER SAFETY PROVISIONS ON MOTOR VEHICLE OTHER THAN BUS. (a) A motor vehicle other than a bus transporting migrant agricultural workers must have a passenger compartment in accordance with this section. (b) The floor of the passenger compartment must be substant…

Sec. 647.014. PASSENGER SEATING. One seat must be provided for each passenger. Passengers shall remain seated while the vehicle is in motion. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 62, Sec. 17.34(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1999.

Sec. 647.015. PASSENGER SEATING REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN TRIPS. (a) A motor vehicle transporting migrant agricultural workers for a total distance of 100 miles or more must have a passenger compartment in accordance with this section. (b) Each passenger seat must: (1) be securely…

Sec. 647.016. PASSENGER PROTECTION FROM WEATHER. (a) If necessary to protect passengers from inclement weather, including rain, snow, or sleet, the passenger compartment must be equipped with a top that is at least 80 inches above the floor and with a means of closing the sides a…

Sec. 647.017. OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS. (a) A person may not operate a motor vehicle transporting migrant agricultural workers that is loaded or that has a load that is distributed or secured in a manner that prevents the vehicle's safe operation. (b) A person may not operate a m…

Sec. 647.018. CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE. A carrier is considered to be in compliance with this chapter if the carrier holds a certificate of compliance with the United States Department of Transportation regulations governing transportation of migrant agricultural workers in inte…

Sec. 647.019. PENALTY. (a) A carrier who violates this chapter commits an offense. (b) An offense under this section is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $5 or more than $50. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 62, Sec. 17.34(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1999.

Sec. 648.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter: (1) "Border" means the border between this state and the United Mexican States. (2) "Border commercial zone" means a commercial zone established under 49 C.F.R. Part 372, Subpart B, any portion of which is contiguous to the border in th…

Sec. 648.002. RULES. In addition to rules required by this chapter, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, the Department of Public Safety, and the Texas Department of Insurance may adopt other rules to carry out this chapter. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 62, Sec. 17.35(a)…

Sec. 648.003. REFERENCE TO FEDERAL STATUTE OR REGULATION. A reference in this chapter to a federal statute or regulation includes any subsequent amendment or redesignation of the statute or regulation. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 62, Sec. 17.35(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1999. SUBC…

Sec. 648.051. BORDER COMMERCIAL ZONE EXCLUSIVE; BOUNDARIES. (a) A law or agreement of less than statewide application that is adopted by an agency or political subdivision of this state and that regulates motor carriers or commercial motor vehicles or the operation of those carri…

Sec. 648.052. MODIFICATION OF ZONE BOUNDARIES. The boundaries of a border commercial zone may be modified or established only as provided by federal law. Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 62, Sec. 17.35(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1999. SUBCHAPTER C. REGULATION OF OPERATION OF FOREIGN COM…

Sec. 648.101. REGISTRATION EXEMPTION IN BORDER COMMERCIAL ZONE. (a) A foreign commercial motor vehicle is exempt from Chapter 502 and any other law of this state requiring the vehicle to be registered in this state, including a law providing for a temporary registration permit, i…

Sec. 648.102. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. (a) The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles shall adopt rules that conform with 49 C.F.R. Part 387 requiring motor carriers operating foreign commercial motor vehicles in this state to maintain financial responsibility. (b) This chapter prev…

Sec. 648.103. DOMESTIC TRANSPORTATION. A foreign motor carrier or foreign motor private carrier may not transport persons or cargo in intrastate commerce in this state unless the carrier is authorized to conduct operations in interstate and foreign commerce domestically between p…

Sec. 661.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter: (1) "Motorcycle" means a motor vehicle designed to propel itself with not more than three wheels in contact with the ground, and having a saddle for the use of the rider. The term does not include a tractor or a three-wheeled vehicle eq…

Sec. 661.0015. PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR FOR AUTOCYCLE. (a) In this section, "autocycle" means a motor vehicle, other than a tractor, that is: (1) designed to have when propelled not more than three wheels on the ground; (2) equipped with seat belts and a steering mechanism; (3) equipp…

Sec. 661.002. DEPARTMENT TO PRESCRIBE MINIMUM SAFETY STANDARDS FOR PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR. (a) To provide for the safety and welfare of motorcycle operators and passengers, the department shall prescribe minimum safety standards for protective headgear used by motorcyclists in this …

Sec. 661.003. OFFENSES RELATING TO NOT WEARING PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR. (a) A person commits an offense if the person: (1) operates or rides as a passenger on a motorcycle on a public street or highway; and (2) is not wearing protective headgear that meets safety standards adopted by…

Sec. 661.004. AUTHORITY OF PEACE OFFICER TO INSPECT PROTECTIVE HEADGEAR. Any peace officer may stop and detain a person who is a motorcycle operator or passenger to inspect the person's protective headgear for compliance with the safety standards prescribed by the department. Act…

Sec. 662.0005. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter: (1) "Commission" means the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation. (2) "Department" means the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. (3) "Institution of higher education" has the meaning assigned by Section 61.003, Educati…

Sec. 662.001. ADMINISTRATION OF PROGRAM. The department shall administer a motorcycle operator training and safety program and enforce the laws governing the program. Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995. Amended by: Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 595 (S.B. …

Sec. 662.002. PURPOSE OF PROGRAM. (a) The purpose of the motorcycle operator training and safety program is: (1) to make available to motorcycle operators: (A) information relating to the operation of motorcycles; and (B) courses in knowledge, skills, and safety relating to the o…

Sec. 662.0033. MINIMUM CURRICULUM STANDARDS. (a) The commission by rule shall establish minimum curriculum standards for courses provided under the motorcycle operator training and safety program. (b) The department shall approve all courses that meet the curriculum standards est…

Sec. 662.0035. FEES. The commission may set fees in amounts reasonable and necessary to cover the costs of administering this chapter, including fees for: (1) the issuance and renewal of: (A) motorcycle school licenses; (B) instructor licenses; and (C) instructor training provide…

Sec. 662.0037. MOTORCYCLE SAFETY ADVISORY BOARD. (a) The commission shall establish an advisory board to advise the department on matters related to the motorcycle operator training and safety program established under this chapter. (b) The advisory board must consist of nine mem…

Sec. 662.005. CONTRACTS. (a) The department may contract with qualified persons, including institutions of higher education, as necessary to achieve the purposes of this chapter. (b) The department shall consult with the motorcycle safety advisory board regarding any proposal to …

Sec. 662.006. UNAUTHORIZED TRAINING PROHIBITED. (a) A person may not offer or conduct training in motorcycle operation for consideration unless the person: (1) is licensed as a motorcycle school under this chapter; (2) offers and conducts training in accordance with a motorcycle …

Sec. 662.0062. ELIGIBILITY; APPLICATION. (a) To be eligible for an instructor license, an applicant must: (1) have completed a department-approved instructor training course; and (2) have held for the two years preceding the date of submitting the application a valid driver's lic…

Sec. 662.0063. CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORD INFORMATION REQUIREMENT FOR LICENSE ISSUANCE. (a) The department shall require that an applicant for an instructor license or instructor training provider license submit a complete and legible set of fingerprints, on a form prescribed by the…

Sec. 662.0064. INSTRUCTOR TRAINING COURSES. (a) An individual may not offer or conduct an instructor training course unless the individual holds an instructor training provider license issued by the department. (b) An instructor training course must be: (1) approved by the depart…

Sec. 662.0068. PROGRAM CERTIFICATES. The department shall issue a certificate of completion to a person who completes a department-approved motorcycle operator training and safety course conducted by a motorcycle school on receipt of notice from the motorcycle school that conduct…

Sec. 662.008. GROUNDS FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTION. (a) The executive director or commission may deny an application for or for the renewal of, suspend, or revoke a license issued under this chapter if the applicant, instructor, instructor training provider, or motorcycle school: (1) …

Sec. 662.009. RULES. The commission may adopt rules to administer this chapter. Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995. Amended by: Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 595 (S.B. 616), Sec. 8.009, eff. September 1, 2020.

Sec. 662.010. NONAPPLICABILITY OF CERTAIN OTHER LAW. Chapter 1001, Education Code, does not apply to training offered or conducted under this chapter. Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995. Amended by: Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 595 (S.B. 616), Sec. 8.010…

Sec. 662.011. MOTORCYCLE EDUCATION FUND ACCOUNT. (a) Of each fee collected under Sections 521.421(b) and (g) and Sections 522.029(f) and (g), the Department of Public Safety shall send $5 to the comptroller for deposit to the credit of the motorcycle education fund account. (b) M…

Sec. 662.012. REPORTS. (a) The department may require each motorcycle school to report on the school's program in the form and manner prescribed by the department. (a-1) The department may require each instructor training provider to report on instructor training courses offered …

Sec. 662.013. RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, AND EDUCATION. The Texas A&M Transportation Institute, in consultation with the department, shall: (1) research motorcycle safety in this state; (2) provide advocacy on motorcycle safety issues in this state; and (3) provide education to the publ…

Sec. 662.014. LIMITATION ON LIABILITY FOR PROPERTY OWNERS. (a) An owner of property on which instruction on motorcycle operation and safety by an instructor or an instructor training course takes place is not liable for any act or omission that occurs during the instruction or co…

Sec. 664.001. DEFINITIONS. In this chapter: (1) "Class 1 electric bicycle" means an electric bicycle: (A) equipped with a motor that assists the rider only when the rider is pedaling; and (B) with a top assisted speed of 20 miles per hour or less. (2) "Class 2 electric bicycle" m…

Sec. 664.002. LABELING. (a) A person who manufactures or sells an electric bicycle shall apply a permanent label to the electric bicycle in a prominent location that shows in Arial font in at least 9-point type: (1) whether the electric bicycle is a Class 1, Class 2, or Class 3 e…

Sec. 664.003. FEDERAL STANDARDS. A person who manufactures or sells an electric bicycle shall ensure that the bicycle complies with the equipment and manufacturing requirements for bicycles adopted by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission under 16 C.F.R. Part 1512.…